Looking for a birthday present for the buddy who has everything. Need suggestions for custom battle axe. Thanks all.
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Looking for a birthday present for the buddy who has everything. Need suggestions for custom battle axe. Thanks all.
Assuming you're not looking for something medieval, a Winkler might fit the bill:
https://winklerknives.com/products/wk-combat-axe
https://www.rmjtactical.com/collecti...ical-tomahawks
Not sure what kind of axe you are looking for, but RMJ makes good stuff. I have and have used the Eagle talon to good effect.
For more show, and a little go (in a pinch) the higher-priced options here might look good under wrapping paper:
http://www.kultofathena.com/axes-br-price.asp
Scroll to the bottom...
I have a few hawks from these guys, wait/shipping times have been really inconsistent. The work is high quality and I have been happy with the hawks.
https://www.2hawks.net/tomahawks/vik...horse-tomahawk
A good quality USA made hawk that has some history and doesn't break the bank: https://www.americantomahawk.com/
Elmer Roush makes period correct Viking axes, also padlocks, calipers, spears. A veteran and great guy.
I have taken several classes with him. it is amazing to see him form socket arrowheads starting with a 2 pound cross pein hammer and a full size anvil. He makes it look effortless !
I will echo the RMJ recommendation. The Jenny Wren is nice and light in weight. I bought a Loggerhead, which has entry-tool application, due to having a handle surface material that does not conduct electricity. Some RMJ axes and ‘hawks have a fantasy or medieval influence, but the actual materials are modern, so they are not going to blend well at a re-enactor event.
I keep watching for another run of the RMJ Eagle Talon.
I had to see what section this was in, as I thought this had something to do with his wife.:rolleyes:
I should have stayed away from this thread.
Of all of the sharp things I've accumulated over the years I've not gathered an "axe/hawk"
I got a new wallet for Christmas and now you guys are going to help empty it.
That Winkler combat axe is possibly the best looking sharp thing I've seen.
The 2Hawks Viking tomahawk is right there too.
Decisions, decisions.....damn!
You're making this tough on the OP too.
There are good options available at various price points...which is a good thing.
Something like this Roselli in its longer or shorter form can bring out the inner Viking in us...even if it is from Finland.
https://www.bushcraftcanada.com/prod...-extra/857.jpg
Cowtown44, the combat axe/tactical tomahawk has had quite a resurgence in the last couple decades thanks in large part to select use by elements overseas in GWOT; a lot of makers have followed the trend and there's an abundance of interesting options out there now, some of which have been suggested in this thread.
It'd help if there were more specifics in what you're looking for in the gift (classic, modern, fantasy, practical or wall-hanger, pure fighting or camp use, impress the ladies and/or nephew and his buddies, etc.), but perhaps leaving that unstated is intended to get the widest number of ideas.
But a little more on what style you're considering might help.
In the meantime, along with what's been posted already, I'll add the tomahawks offered by C. L. Matteo at Williamstown Forge.
https://williamstownforge.com
I have a couple examples of his knife work -- they're superb, aesthetically and practically, and Mr. Matteo's a gentleman of the old school to work with.
Is that you buddy? That Winkler sure is sweet! :cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by Cowtown44
I am very pleased with my throwing hawk from H&B Forge: http://www.hbforge.com/throwing-toma...awnee-tomahawk. The handle is easily replaced if broken.